Black Pepper Essential Oil (Piper nigrum) has the same sharp, peppery aroma characteristic of its food counterpart without causing a sneeze attack. Our Black Pepper Essential Oil is grown in India and the harvested fruit is steam distilled. This oil is a thin, clear to pale yellow oil, and is part of our Spice category.

Black Pepper

People have used whole and ground peppercorn in cooking for centuries. Black Pepper Essential Oil is derived from the same type of peppercorns we use to season our favorite dishes.

Primary uses for our Black Pepper Essential Oil include stimulating circulation, digestive and nervous systems as well as the mind. Pain relief for muscles, joints, nerves, arthritis, rheumatism and muscle strain. Also used to aid digestion and to stimulate appetite and relieve intestinal cramps and spasms.

Latin name: Piper nigrum

Category: Spice

Origin: India

Method: Steam Distillation

Part: Fruit

Primary Compounds: trans-Caryophyllene (aka beta-Caryophyllene),

Limonene, beta-Pinene, alpha-Pinene, Sabinene

Black Pepper Essential Oil is reported to be analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant and energizing. May prevent DNA from bonding to cancer-causing chemicals, decrease nicotine cravings and aid cognition and memory.

Wellness: mild antibacterial; may help reduce fever and chill; helps stimulate and support respiratory system; may support digestive function and soothe nausea; may help relieve intestinal spasms and gas